Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Carl Reinecke's masterful wind compositions with this captivating album, released on January 1, 1992, by Etcetera. This collection showcases Reinecke's exceptional talent and his significant contributions to the wind ensemble repertoire, featuring the world premiere recordings of his Octet in B-flat Major, Op. 216, and Sextet in B-flat Major, Op. 271.
The Octet, composed in 1879, is a brilliant display of Reinecke's command of wind instruments, with its intricate harmonies and lively rhythms. The four-movement work begins with a spirited Allegro moderato, followed by a playful Scherzo vivace. The Adagio ma no troppo offers a moment of serene reflection, while the Allegro motto e grazioso concludes the piece with a delightful flourish.
The Sextet, penned in 1905 when Reinecke was 81 years old, is a testament to his enduring creativity and musical prowess. This three-movement work opens with an Allegro moderato that sets a lively pace, followed by a contemplative Adagio molto. The Finale, marked Allegro moderato ma con spirito, brings the piece to a vibrant close.
The album also includes a selection of pieces from Reinecke's "Von der Wiege bis zum Grabe" (From the Cradle to the Grave), Op. 202, a cycle of character pieces that explore the various stages of life. These enchanting works offer a glimpse into Reinecke's versatility and his ability to evoke a wide range of emotions through his music.
Performed by a stellar ensemble of wind players, including Fenwick Smith, Keisuke Wakao, and Hugh Hinton, this album is a celebration of Reinecke's enduring legacy and a testament to the timeless beauty of his wind compositions. With a total duration of 1 hour and 6 minutes, this album is a captivating journey through the rich and diverse world of Carl Reinecke's music.
Tracks
Octet for winds, in b flat, op 216 ; Allegro moderatoCarl Reinecke, Thomas Martin, Keisuke Wakao, Fenwick Smith
Octet for winds, in b flat, op 216 ; Scherzo vivaceCarl Reinecke, Thomas Martin, Roland Small, Richard Ranti, Keisuke Wakao, Jonathan Menkis, Fenwick Smith, Daniel Katzen, Craig Nordstrom
Octet for winds, in b flat, op 216 ; Adagio ma no troppoCarl Reinecke, Thomas Martin, Roland Small, Richard Ranti, Keisuke Wakao, Jonathan Menkis, Fenwick Smith, Daniel Katzen, Craig Nordstrom
Octet for winds, in b flat, op 216 ; Allegro motto e graziosoCarl Reinecke, Thomas Martin, Roland Small, Richard Ranti, Keisuke Wakao, Jonathan Menkis, Fenwick Smith, Daniel Katzen, Craig Nordstrom
Sextet for winds, in b flat op 271 ; Allegro moderatoCarl Reinecke, Thomas Martin, Roland Small, Keisuke Wakao, Jonathan Menkis, Fenwick Smith, Daniel Katzen
Sextet for winds, in b flat op 271 ; Adagio moltoCarl Reinecke, Thomas Martin, Roland Small, Keisuke Wakao, Jonathan Menkis, Fenwick Smith, Daniel Katzen
Sextet for winds, in b flat op 271 ; Finale allego moderato, ma con spiritoCarl Reinecke, Thomas Martin, Roland Small, Keisuke Wakao, Jonathan Menkis, Fenwick Smith, Daniel Katzen
Von der wiege bis zum grabe op 202 ; Spiel und tanzCarl Reinecke, Hugh Hinton, Fenwick Smith
Von der wiege bis zum grabe op 202 ; Rustiges schaffenCarl Reinecke, Hugh Hinton, Fenwick Smith
Von der wiege bis zum grabe op 202 ; O schöne maiennachtCarl Reinecke, Hugh Hinton, Fenwick Smith
Von der wiege bis zum grabe op 202 ; HochzeitszugCarl Reinecke, Hugh Hinton, Fenwick Smith
Von der wiege bis zum grabe op 202 ; TrostCarl Reinecke, Hugh Hinton, Fenwick Smith
Von der wiege bis zum grabe op 202 ; GeburtstagmarschCarl Reinecke, Hugh Hinton, Fenwick Smith
Von der wiege bis zum grabe op 202 ; Im silberkranzeCarl Reinecke, Hugh Hinton, Fenwick Smith
Von der wiege bis zum grabe op 202 ; AbendsonneCarl Reinecke, Hugh Hinton, Fenwick Smith
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